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IHPE advocates for a comprehensive understanding of health promotion principles and practices, not only within specialist and practitioner roles but also across a range of related professional disciplines. IHPE plays a vital role in upholding high standards of professional education and training by giving recognition to those courses which meet criteria set by the Institute. More details on this valuable Recognition scheme here. |
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| | IHPE is currently recruiting trustees to join the Board.
Due to end of the term of tenure of our current Treasurer, we need a Finance Officer who will have oversight of financial management and monitoring.
We have also established a new role for someone with the appropriate experience and skills to join as Funding and Development Officer.
For more details and how to apply, see the IHPE website.
Applications must be received by 3 August 2026.
Please forward this opportunity to colleagues. |
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| | IHPE Masterclass Series 2026Hosted by Professor Holly Blake. 🌱 Online Peer Support for People Living with Long Term Conditions Date/time: Tuesday 21 July, 10:00-11:00 (BST) 🌱 Advancing Health and Wellbeing Through Robotics and Emerging Technologies Date/Time: Tuesday 20 October 10:00-11:00 (BST) These free events are a great opportunity to learn from experts in their field, so please do sign up to attend. For further information and to book your place see here. |
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| | Correction from previous edition – the correct link for more information on IHPE Trustee, Hilary Burrage’s presentation at the Virtual Conference on Nursing Innovation & Reproductive Health is here. Hilary also gave a recent presentation on the wider geopolitical and other contexts such as rural economies and inter-generational impacts which surround children and women’s health and well being. |
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Recent Report and Publications of interest |
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| Their recent global report, The health of nations: Stronger health, stronger economies, advocates that scaling proven interventions could add nine healthy years to life and deliver $12.5 trillion in global economic gains by 2050. Nearly two-thirds of this impact would come from preventive interventions - today, most countries spend less than 2 percent of their health budgets on prevention. |
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| | In England, Directors of Public Health have a statutory duty to publish an independent Annual Public Health Report. These assess local health needs and make actionable recommendations for change. Reports are hosted locally by local authorities, and often published by the Association of Directors of Public Health ADPH. |
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| | Dr Beccy Cooper, Labour MP for Worthing West argues the case for a new public health act, building on that of 1875 but with a wider strategic lens which puts health in all policies. This cross sector approach focussing on prevention rather than treatment is very much in line with IHPE’s purpose and focus. |
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| | The Faculty of Sport and Exercise UK have launched the Moving Medicine for Everybody website, offering evidence-informed guidance to help people move more, in ways that work for them, particularly people living with long-term health conditions. |
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| | The RoSPA Health and Safety Awards celebrate organisations and individuals who are setting the highest standards in workplace safety and wellbeing.
Sponsored by NEBOSH, and with entrants from over 60 countries, they are a benchmark for excellence, recognising outstanding achievements and dedication to workplace safety across the globe. |
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Consultation, recent and forthcoming events |
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| | Colleagues from across the public health system are invited to take part in the drafting phase of the UK Public Health Skills and Knowledge Framework (PHSKF) review. |
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Draft competencies are grouped into three surveys, aligned to different areas of public health practice. They are open to anyone working in or contributing to public health and prevention. You can complete all three or focus on the survey(s) most relevant to your role or experience.
- Form A – Intelligence, Evidence & Delivery:
- (e.g. analysts, intelligence, research, evaluation, audit and programme delivery roles)
- Form B – Health Improvement & Professional Practice:
- (e.g. local public health teams, health improvement, VCFSE and community-based roles)
- Form C – System Leadership, Strategy & Protection:
- (e.g. senior leadership, policy, commissioning, and health protection roles)
Deadline - Round 1 closes at the end of the day 16 July 2026.
Do take part - This is a great opportunity to help shape the competencies in the Skills and Knowledge Framework. |
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| | The UK Local Government Association is delivering a weekly lunch and learn series over the summer to showcase innovative best practice across the public health sector. These are free to attend – more information and booking here. |
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Please send feedback on the newsletter and contributions for the next issue to Angela at newsletter@ihpe.org.uk by Wednesday 26th August 2026. Join us: If you are not yet a member of IHPE, why not visit our website for details of how to apply. Newsletter editorial group: Angela Towers; Michael C Watson; Ally Phillips
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